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156 Million Americans Face Severe Air Pollution Crisis

4/25/2025

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Almost 156 million Americans are breathing dangerously polluted air, with communities of color bearing the brunt of this crisis. The American Lung Association warns that weakened environmental protections and slashed EPA funding are exacerbating this dire situation, putting public health and safety at serious risk. It's a call to action for cleaner air for all.

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Almost 156 million Americans are breathing dangerously polluted air, with communities of color bearing the brunt of this crisis. The American Lung Association warns that weakened environmental protections and slashed EPA funding are exacerbating this dire situation, putting public health and safety at serious risk. It's a call to action for cleaner air for all.